Tony Randazzo (umpire)

Anthony John Randazzo (born Anthony Grasso; January 11, 1965) is an American umpire in Major League Baseball. After working in the National League in 1999, he has umpired in both Major Leagues since 2000.

Early life

Anthony was born on January 11, 1965, to Linda (née Collins) and Carl Grasso. His parents divorced and both remarried. After his mother married George Randazzo in 1977, Anthony adopted the surname Randazzo. He graduated from Lake Park High School in Roselle, Illinois. He attended Iowa Western Community College and played college baseball as a catcher before injuries ended his playing career. He left college and attended the Harry Wendelstedt Umpire School shortly thereafter.

Umpiring career

Randazzo has umpired in eight Division Series (2004, 2006, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016, 2021), two League Championship Series (2010, 2015), and the 2016 World Series. He has also officiated in two All-Star Games (2001, 2012).

On July 30, 2012, Randazzo was hit in the hip after a line drive by Jesus Montero. Randazzo was not seriously injured and stayed in the game.

Personal life

Randazzo is married and has three children. Randazzo's father George is founder and chairman of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame. His brother Marc is a Florida restaurant owner and former World Boxing Council Continental Cruiserweight Champion. He is also the cousin of Wayne Randazzo, the television play-by-play announcer for the Los Angeles Angels.